Consultant, Landscape Architect / Landscape Planner - Midlands

WSP in the UK & Ireland; Birmingham; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking passionate Landscape Architects to join their collaborative team. In this role, you will manage projects, prepare technical information, and engage with clients to deliver impactful landscape designs. You'll work in a vibrant environment that values creativity and professionalism, contributing to significant projects that enhance communities. Join a diverse team dedicated to innovation and excellence, where your skills will help shape a better future for all. This is an exciting opportunity to grow your career while making a positive impact on the environment.

Qualifications

• Degree level qualification in Landscape Architecture or equivalent.
• Experience delivering Landscape and Visual Impact Appraisals.

Responsibilities

• Independently manage smaller projects and support larger project delivery.
• Prepare technical information for landscape infrastructure and development.

Skills

Landscape Architecture

Landscape and Visual Impact Appraisals

Project Management

Technical Skills in Autodesk

Technical Skills in Adobe Creative Suite

Education

Degree in Landscape Architecture

Postgraduate Diploma / Masters in Landscape Architecture

Tools

Autodesk

Bentley

Adobe Creative Suite

Job description

What if you could do the kind of work the world needs?

At WSP, you can access our global scale, contribute to landmark projects and connect with the brightest minds in your field to do the best work of your life. You can embrace your curiosity in a culture that celebrates new ideas and diverse perspectives. You can experience a world of opportunity and the chance to shape a career as unique as you.

A little more about your role…

We are seeking suitably qualified Landscape Architect & Landscape Planners with a diverse track record to join the UK Landscape & Urban Design team. We are a passionate and motivated team with offices in all regions of the UK. We value integrity and professionalism aligned with creativity and vision and as part of the UK Environment business, the successful candidate will join a diverse, collaborative team and work alongside colleagues across the UK and abroad.

• Being an integral part of a vibrant, ambitious and friendly team.
• Independently managing smaller projects and supporting delivery of specific tasks within larger projects.
• Prepare technical information for landscape infrastructure, development and improvement projects, which may include:
• Strategic and feasibility/concept studies;
• Landscape and visual assessment (LVIA) for both linear and site-based projects;
• Townscape and visual assessment (TVIA);
• Preliminary/sketch and detailed design including general arrangement drawings, hard & soft construction detailing, schedules & specification to support planning applications
• Tender and construction packages, construction/post-construction inspections
• Support the continued development of our relationships with existing and new clients in public and private sectors.
• Supporting the preparation of bids ranging from small to complex multi-disciplinary projects..
• Managing and delegation of project work to junior members of the team.
• Client facing role, involving design advice, attending workshops and stakeholder events.
• Joining internal multi-disciplinary working groups promoting innovation, excellence and thought leadership.

What we will be looking for you to demonstrate…

• Degree level qualification in Landscape Architecture or recognised equivalent;
• Postgraduate diploma / Masters qualification in Landscape Architecture or recognised equivalent;
• Experience delivering Landscape and Visual Impact Appraisals and Assessments;
• Experience in the successful delivery of landscape and urban design projects desirable.
• Experience of managing landscape design during the construction phase desirable.
• Excellent technical skills and proficiency in Autodesk or Bentley and Adobe Creative Suite
• Fluent spoken English with excellent verbal, written and graphic communication skills.

Imagine a better future for you and a better future for us all.

Join our close-knit community of talented individuals who share your passion for making a positive impact. Our global team includes more than 69,000 employees, working together to make a difference in communities both close to home and around the world.

With us, you can. Apply today.